Metronidazole Prescribing at PRIMARY CARE SEVEN DAY SERVICE
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
121
Total Quantity
2,155
NHS Cost
£285
vs National Avg
+84.1%
PRIMARY CARE SEVEN DAY SERVICE prescribed 121 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £285 to the NHS. This is 84.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
10
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
4
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
7
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 121 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 2,155 |
| Total NHS Cost | £285 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +84.1% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 121 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +84.1% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.